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California Law Creates Standards for Testing and Remediating Wildfire Smoke

California has enacted a first-in-the-nation framework for science-based testing, remediation, and restoration
of wildfire smoke contamination. The detailed state protocols are still being developed, but the laws make an important shift: decisions about whether a smoke-damaged property is safe should be based on evidence,
not assumptions or odor alone.

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Sept 21, 2026 · 6 min read

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Save the Candles for Date Night In a storm safety first, ambiance second. The most avoidable fires that we see are caused when the electricity

Don’t Get Scammed After a Disaster

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Before You Disturb the Building: What California Property and Facility Managers Need to Know About Lead, Asbestos, and Testing

A practical planning guide for California property and facility managers: test before you disturb lead paint or asbestos-containing material, use qualified professionals, control the building during the work, and document every decision to protect tenants, employees, and the owner.